NBA · Northwest · Est. 1974 · Delta Center
Utah Jazz
Current Leadership
Governor & Owner
Tech billionaire Ryan Smith, co-founder of the survey software company Qualtrics, purchased the Utah Jazz in 2021 for $1.66 billion. Smith, a Utah native, has brought a tech-startup mentality to the franchise and also owns the Delta Center, the NHL's Utah Mammoth arena operations, and Real Salt Lake of MLS. His ownership group has been focused on a rebuild after trading franchise cornerstones Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert, while investing in youth development and draft capital.
Co-Owner
Ashley Smith, wife of Ryan, serves as a co-owner of the Jazz and has been a prominent advocate for women in sports and business in Utah. She has played an active role in the team's community outreach programs and philanthropic initiatives throughout the state.
Head Coach
| Name | Position | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Will Hardy | Head Coach | 2022 |
Assistant Coaches
| Name | Position | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Lamar Skeeter | Lead Assistant Coach | 2022 |
| Irv Roland | Assistant Coach | 2022 |
| Greg St. Jean | Assistant Coach | 2024 |
| Evan Bradds | Assistant Coach | 2023 |
| Keyon Dooling | Assistant Coach | 2023 |
Front Office
| Name | Position | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Danny Ainge | CEO of Basketball Operations | 2021 |
| Justin Zanik | General Manager | 2021 |
Historical Figures
Owner
Gail Miller, widow of longtime Jazz owner Larry H. Miller, oversaw the franchise following her husband's death in 2009. She transferred ownership to the Miller Family Trust in 2017 before ultimately selling to Ryan Smith in 2021. Miller was deeply committed to keeping the Jazz in Utah and was respected throughout the league for her integrity and community focus.
Owner
Auto dealer and businessman Larry H. Miller purchased the Jazz in 1986 to prevent the franchise from relocating and became one of the most beloved figures in Utah sports history. He kept the small-market franchise competitive during the John Stockton and Karl Malone era, including back-to-back NBA Finals appearances in 1997 and 1998. Miller passed away in 2009.